Episode Summary

On this episode of The Corner Box, the Love Zub, Jim Zub, joins hosts John Barber and David Hedgecock! In Part 1 of this conversation we talk about when Jim became a comics fan, his extensive Marvel collection, the massive creative influence of DnD, Jim’s journey into a creative career, and Scott McCloud’s pure kindness. Also, Jim learns to cook, John gets a Pro Badge, and David’s notes take a dark turn.

Stick around for Part 2 of this conversation next week on The Corner Box vs Jim Zub.

Timestamp Segments

· [00:57] Who is Jim Zub?

· [02:16] What has Jim done?

· [04:01] When Jim became a comics fan.

· [10:45] The continuity of the Marvel Universe.

· [12:03] Jim and Joe’s Marvel collection.

· [13:00] Getting into DnD.

· [20:33] Is DnD evil?

· [25:11] New DnD tech.

· [27:09] Chef Jim.

· [29:56] Jim’s early access to comics.

· [33:31] Making a living with comics.

· [39:58] The forbidden list.

· [41:25] Rejected by Marvel.

· [42:30] Jim’s first webcomics.

· [44:31] The future of comics.

· [47:00] Meeting Scott McCloud.

Notable Quotes

· “It’s not evil. It’s just fucking stupid.”

· “If you made comics, you were part of it.”

Relevant Links

You can see what Jim Zub is up to on his site:
www.jimzub.com

David is having a Fun Time. Let's GO!
Fun Time Go, Inc.

John is helping PugW take over the comic world!
https://www.pugworldwide.com/

For transcripts and show notes:
www.thecornerbox.club